Overview
This must-have resource is widely acknowledged for helping teachers, coordinators, and college faculty deepen their understanding of the mathematical concepts they teach. Math Matters provides an in-depth study with 14 chapters covering number sense, computation, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percents, ratios, algebra, geometry, spatial sense, measurement, statistics, and probability. Over 100 activities give readers an opportunity to connect ideas, compare and contrast concepts, and consider how students understand the mathematics presented.Synopsis
Math Matters, first published in 2000, quickly became an invaluable resource for math educators nationwide, helping them clarify their own understanding of the math concepts they were required to teach. This important book contains activities and discussions on key elementary topics such as whole number computation, fractions, algebra, geometry, and measurement. The scope in this second edition has now been expanded to address key topics in the middle school math curriculum as well, including sections on integers, exponents, similarity, the Pythagorean Theorem, and more. Other new features include a new chapter on ratios and rates; a significantly expanded chapter on algebra; an appendix of relevant Web sites; and questions for reflection and discussion. Math Matters is an essential and accessible book that serves all who teach or who are about to teach K-8 mathematics—experienced instructors as well as those just starting out.